Bob McKay

[Beldar]

RIP Bob McKay.  All American tackle on our 1969 National Champion team.

[BobbyGathright]

RIP Bob.  All of my heroes are going away.

[Jbf19]

Per Mr. Dale of Texasln.org on Facebook...

Robert Charles McKay, affectionately known to friends and family as Bob, passed away on September 10, in Austin, Texas, at the age of 78.

Bob was born on December 27, 1947, in Seminole, Texas, to his loving parents, Doris and Charles McKay. He grew up in Crane, Texas, where he developed a character defined by his quick wit, profound kindness, and hard work ethic. He attended Crane public schools, where he stood out as an outstanding, all-around athlete.

His remarkable athletic talents earned him a full scholarship to play football at the University of Texas under legendary coach Darrell K Royal. As a Longhorn, Bob helped anchor the offensive line that paved the way for the fabled “Wishbone” offense, helping guide the team to a 1969 National Championship and earning recognition as a consensus First-Team All-American. His collegiate success led to the professional leagues when he was selected as a first-round draft choice by the Cleveland Browns in 1970, where he also met his wife, Donna. Bob played at the highest level as a dedicated offensive lineman, spending six seasons with the Browns followed by three seasons with the New England Patriots before concluding his NFL career.

Bob’s enduring legacy in the sport earned him numerous prestigious honors following his football career. He was inducted into the University of Texas Hall of Honor in 1990, the Texas High School Football Hall of Fame in 2012,and reached the pinnacle of collegiate recognition with his induction into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2017.

Following his professional football career, Bob returned to private business in Austin. Above all his athletic achievements, his greatest joy was his family and the life he built alongside his loved ones and many longtime friends, including several from his childhood in Crane and his football days at UT.

His Christian faith was important to him and was a source of strength and comfort.

Bob is survived by his beloved wife and anchor of 50 years, Donna; their two children, Jill (Scott) and Josh (Katie); eight cherished grandchildren; and brothers Don (Kathy) and Mike. He was preceded in death by his parents, Doris and Charles McKay.

Arrangements are under the care of the Neptune Society of Austin, Texas. A private cremation will take place, and details about a future celebration of life service will be released later.

[Jeff Howe]

A true Longhorn legend.

He's on my Mount Rushmore of Texas offensive linemen, with Jerry Sisemore, Justin Blalock and Kelvin Banks.

[Jeff Howe]

 

[Hank South]

RIP 

[UTexas]

 

[Waxahorn]

57 minutes ago, BobbyGathright said:

RIP Bob.  All of my heroes are going away.

Same here.

[David Laws]

Lost a legend today, Bob McKay of the 1969 National Championship Team. Mr McKay was the key to the offensive line that went 20-1-1 during his two years starting. 🤘

[Waxahorn]

Bob joked that he missed his block on James Street's scramble touchdown against Arkansas so he wouldn't throw another interception.

[.45s]

RIP.  All-American, National Champion, NFL, Longhorn Legend.

[Migas & Fajitas]

10 hours ago, Jeff Howe said:

A true Longhorn legend.

He's on my Mount Rushmore of Texas offensive linemen, with Jerry Sisemore, Justin Blalock and Kelvin Banks.

Bobby Wuensch and Dan Neil as honorable mentions 

[Jeff Howe]

6 minutes ago, Migas & Fajitas said:

Bobby Wuensch and Dan Neil as honorable mentions 

They very easily could be in there. For me, after Sisemore and Banks, there are some serious debates to be had.

[Migas & Fajitas]

18 hours ago, Jeff Howe said:

They very easily could be in there. For me, after Sisemore and Banks, there are some serious debates to be had.

Agreed. These guys could easily be debated for includsion: Leonard Davis, Jonathan Scott, Kasey Studdard, Doug Dawson, Bud McFadin, Lyle Sendlein and Mike Williams. And maybe Harley Sewell. 

[Oldest Horn]

My favorite Bob McKay story. 
 

“I met with DKR about 5 times during my career. The first 4 weren’t worth a damn, the 5th he told me I made the All American team.”